A light, bright, art-filled space with private garden on a quiet residential street just a short walk from shops, markets and good food

This architect-designed passive style house sits just behind the sand dunes at Waxham beach, one of Norfolk’s most lovely beaches

A peaceful, harmonious house with roots in the 14th century, a glorious enclosed pool area and a huge amount of space for happy gatherings

Charming cottage surrounded by acres of wildflower meadows: drive to Newport in 15 minutes, walk the Pembrokeshire coastline

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

Vineyards, fruit trees and immaculate gardens, amazing food and wine, a sense of seclusion and sweeping views of the Tuscan hills

Contemporary studio in a classic Cotswold village. Peaceful bolthole for creatives and walkers - with shops, cafés and pubs a stroll away

Come for good architecture, thoughtful design and much space for relaxing: swimming, massages, hammam and sauna, beautiful bedrooms

A seamless blend of ancient and modern in this architect-designed villa with infinity pool and veranda for admiring the wonderful views

A remote, rustic place for a digital detox - wildly romantic and perfect in summer with the doors open. Children can play in safety

A traditional country house experience with plenty of space for big family get-togethers, on a very old estate with fascinating gardens

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

Step into the valley region from this beautifully restored 17th-century house surrounded by saltwater and freshwater canals and lakes

An elegant solution to a hotel - no rooms, but 13 charming villas in the heart of the maquis, nearly all with a private pool

Float in the infinity pool above the canyon, dine under the stars, revel in the silence, head to the Cavagrande di Cassibile Nature Reserve

A very thoughtful and peaceful house with a garden for happy holidays with family or friends, surrounded by glorious countryside for walks

Historic and impeccably presented apartment in charming Stockbridge, a stroll from shops, restaurants and Botanic Gardens

If you want to come to Venice as an open-hearted traveller rather than a tourist then this is the place for you - just walk to everything